Alternative Dental Health versus Conventional Dentistry

Like every type of health care, there are contemporary western methods as well as natural or "alternative" ideas, and that pertains to dentistry as well. While many people ascribe solely to contemporary, conventional methods of dentistry, others are interested in exploring alternative dental ideas. Many of the alternative methods claim to be drawn on ancient concepts, or they embrace natural ideas such as using essential oils. Personally, I am extremely interested in the natural movement, but I also (obviously) see the merit of contemporary dental practices. In this blog, I am going to explore all of it. I am going to look at the most modern dental practices, and I am going to put them beside alternative ideas. I am going to compare, contrast and juxtapose all kinds of ideas. I hope you like what you see and that we both learn something along the way!

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Are you put off by the idea that tooth whitening might be painful? While it is true that some patients experience pain after whitening treatment, it helps to know why before you decide against whitening. If you take the right precautions before and after treatment, you can reduce or even stop after-whitening pain.
Why Whitening Sometimes Hurts
Not all patients experience pain during or after a whitening procedure. Under normal circumstances, you may experience some sensitivity afterwards, but that should last no longer than 48 hours.[Read More]

When you benefit from dental implants, the ways they transform your teeth, speech and eating habits are astounding. In order for them to keep fulfilling their purpose, they require ongoing care. Engaging in certain daily habits to keep yours clean is essential.
Cleaning surfaces above and below your gumline
If you can keep plaque and gingivitis at bay, your dental implants stand a strong chance of lasting longer. Fortunately, doing this is fairly simple.[Read More]

The last thing you expected to see in your baby's mouth immediately after birth is a tooth. While it's rare for children to be born with teeth in place, it does sometimes happen. Known as natal teeth, these teeth can pose problems. Do you need to have the tooth removed?
When Natal Teeth Should Be Removed
Natal teeth are sometimes fully-formed baby teeth; sometimes you see just part of the tooth coming through.[Read More]

The temperature is beginning to warm up in Australia, and that means kids are once more heading outside to enjoy playing in the sun. Whether your child takes part in organised sports or just enjoys kicking a ball around with their mates, dental injuries while playing sports are common. As a mother whose child is playing a team sport for the first time this year, you are likely concerned about protecting their baby teeth from damage.[Read More]

Dental veneers are one of the most misunderstood treatments in cosmetic dentistry. If you are one of the many people who assume dental veneers are not a suitable treatment for them, take a look at these four fascinating facts. You might realize that dental veneers are right for you after all.
1. Dental Veneers Are Versatile
Some people assume that dental veneers are only a treatment for chipped teeth, but in fact, they can be used to treat a wide range of cosmetic dental problems.[Read More]

Are you trying to study for some important exams, but cannot concentrate due to a dull headache? Do you sometimes experience pain when you yawn or when you open your mouth particularly wide? If so, you may be dealing with a condition that is a scourge of the younger generation—an impacted wisdom tooth. What is this, and what should you do about it?
More to Come
When you reach your late teens, you may think that you have your full complement of teeth, but this is not necessarily the case.[Read More]

If you're really busy at work or can't easily take time off, then it can be difficult to schedule dentist's appointments for times when you are available. However, seeing your dentist isn't impossible, even if you're welded to your desk during working hours, you just need to put a little thought into making this work. What are your options?
Look for Extended Opening Hours
Most dental surgeries try to make things easier for people who find it hard to make appointments during normal working hours.[Read More]

Having dentures may be a solution for poor quality teeth, but it's still important to maintain good oral hygiene to minimise the risk of bacterial infections and bad breath. This guide will offer practical tips to help you to overcome and prevent things such as gum disease. This doesn't mean that regular denture cleaning and trips to the dentist should be avoided; however, by implementing these methods into your daily oral care routine, you can ensure that these trips are few and far between, and you'll delay the need for denture repairs.[Read More]

Traditional metal braces are often needed for severely misaligned teeth, as these braces get tightened over time, so that teeth are then nudged into a proper position. While this can mean a nicer smile and even a healthier mouth, metal braces can also be a bit unsightly and even downright painful. There are other options for straightening teeth, beyond braces, so note a few pros and cons of these other dental appliances, and then discuss your choices with an orthodontist as needed.[Read More]

If you are the loving parent of some boisterous children, then you will undoubtedly support their wish to take part in sports at all levels of their development. Of course, you will want to ensure that they are as safe as possible when they do so, but are you considering the safety of their teeth, in particular? This is a question that you should ask yourself from a very early age and not only when it comes to playing sports, either.[Read More]